Perform custodial work required for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings. Perform set-ups and room turnovers for a variety of events.
- Prepares meeting rooms for daily events. This involves following instructions supplied by the Reservations Office for the correct room set-up; moving tables and chairs as necessary, supplying and setting up other equipment as needed.
- Maintains carpet floor coverings by providing all services required, operating automatic scrubbers and power sweepers used in connection with building cleaning and also providing operator type maintenance. Other floors must be kept free of dirt and debris by regularly scheduled mopping, sweeping, buffing, scrubbing or laying of finish as required.
- Collects and disposes wastepaper at designated areas. Debris removed from building must be collected and placed in containers for removal by truck. Empties recycle containers as directed.
- Responsible for cleaning of all offices, restrooms, lounges, common areas, hallways, stairwells, elevators and other usable areas of the Illini Union, using various methods as assigned. This may entail vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, or wiping of all cleanable areas to include: vents, ledges, tables, furniture, counters, cabinets, light fixtures, water fountains, tile walls, and spot cleaning painted surfaces.
- Responsible for reporting needed repairs to appropriate personnel for action to be taken. Follows proper safety precautions when operating equipment. Empties and cleans all buckets and equipment when finished with an assignment. Keeps closets, carts and cleaning areas neat and orderly.
- Responsible for moving furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment as requested and directed for various group activities, office, staff, and meetings. Responsible for unlocking and locking doors to building during hours of duty.
- Empties and cleans exterior smoking ash trays and trash cans within nearby vicinity of Illini Union.
- Washes all interior glass, including partitions, framed pictures, windows, and doors. Replaces and cleans light fixtures.
- Assists with removal of snow and ice from outside sidewalks and entrances as directed.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Additional Physical Demands/Working Conditions
- Position involves moving items weighing up to 50lbs.
- On occasion there may be weather conditions which cause uncomfortable temperature changes in/outside the Illini Union building.
- Employees may need to dispose of sharp objects, i.e. needles, etc., and could come into contact with blood-borne pathogens. Therefore, both training and inoculation opportunities are provided to employees in this position.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Janitorial experience
- Event setup experience
- Ability to carry out instructions.
- Ability to read work orders or receive oral instructions and be able to carry out assignments given by a foreperson.
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4502 - Building Service Worker position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 8/3/2026.
- Salary Information: This is a bargained position and as such, the hourly rate is driven by the collective bargaining agreement. The collective bargaining agreement sets a wage of $20.30/hour.
- Fully Onsite position: This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.
- Work Schedule: The scheduled work hours are as follows:
11 pm to 7 am - Days off may vary.
- Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.
Champaign-Urbana
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [email protected].
Requisition ID: 1036119
Job Category: Service and Food Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
